Artist : Zumrud Zeynalli
Country: Azerbaijan I UK
Artist Statement:
Zumrud Zeynalli is a contemporary artist born in Baku, Azerbaijan. who blends Eastern and Western cultures in her art that is also largely inspired by childhood fairy tales and symbols in carpets. She visited 90 countries, explored unreal parts of the world and different cultures. Coming from very caring family and society and moving to London, she has faced many challenges but learned how to become an independent woman. As a woman who works as General Manager in a large company in the competitive and male-dominated oil field in United Arab Emirates – she still got a chance to nurture her creative side and express herself through painting.
Dialogue
80cm x80cm
Mixed Media
A reinterpretation of the story of Eden through the idea of dialogue. Hidden within the remains of the apple are two human profiles facing one another, symbolizing equality, coexistence, and the power of communication. The work explores Gender Equality not as dominance but as the ability of truly hear each other.
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